Pediatric Neurogastroenterology - 3rd Edition by Christophe Faure & Nikhil Thapar & Carlo Di Lorenzo (Hardcover)
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Highlights
- This third edition brings together the latest in research and clinical practice of the expanding field of pediatric neurogastroenterology.
- About the Author: Christophe Faure, MD, Professor of Pediatrics, Université de Montréal, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Ste. Justine Hospital, Montréal, QC, CanadaNikhil Thapar, MD, Honorary Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology, Division of Neurogastroenterology and Motility, Department of Gastroenterology, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, UKCarlo Di Lorenzo, MD, Robert F. and Edgar T. Wolfe Foundation, Endowed Chair in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
- 691 Pages
- Medical, Gastroenterology
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Book Synopsis
This third edition brings together the latest in research and clinical practice of the expanding field of pediatric neurogastroenterology. In addition to a comprehensive review of the current state of the art, many chapters have been significant revised and updated, covering the latest discoveries of the delicate and detailed mechanisms of the neuroenteric system as well as relationships of the latter with microbiota and metabolites produced by resident intestinal bacteria. The book also covers rapidly-changing techniques to assess clinical problems, along with international diagnostic criteria and recommendations and guidelines for clinical management. The content is supported by ample figures, photographs and selected video segments.
Remaining the gold standard text in this up-and-coming field, Pediatric Neurogastroenterology 3e is dedicated to reporting the most accurate and recent knowledge available. Written by international experts in the field, the bookis a comprehensive and up-to-date theoretical review and practical guide to pediatric gastrointestinal motility and functional disorders to pediatricians, pediatric gastroenterologists and all professionals involved in the treatment of children with such disorders.
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This third edition brings together the latest in research and clinical practice of the expanding field of pediatric neurogastroenterology. In addition to a comprehensive review of the current state of the art, many chapters have been significant revised and updated, covering the latest discoveries of the delicate and detailed mechanisms of the neuroenteric system as well as relationships of the latter with microbiota and metabolites produced by resident intestinal bacteria. The book also covers rapidly-changing techniques to assess clinical problems, along with international diagnostic criteria and recommendations and guidelines for clinical management. The content is supported by ample figures and photographs.
Remaining the gold standard text in this up-and-coming field, Pediatric Neurogastroenterology 3e is dedicated to reporting the most accurate and recent knowledge available. Written by international experts in the field, the book is a comprehensive and up-to-date theoretical review and practical guide to pediatric gastrointestinal motility and functional disorders to pediatricians, pediatric gastroenterologists and all professionals involved in the treatment of children with such disorders.
About the Author
Christophe Faure, MD, Professor of Pediatrics, Université de Montréal, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Ste. Justine Hospital, Montréal, QC, CanadaNikhil Thapar, MD, Honorary Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology, Division of Neurogastroenterology and Motility, Department of Gastroenterology, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, UK
Carlo Di Lorenzo, MD, Robert F. and Edgar T. Wolfe Foundation, Endowed Chair in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA